Ukraine hits second key bridge as continues incursion into Russia’s Kursk

Stating the incursion's aims for the first time, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine needs border 'buffer zone'.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 906

As the war enters its 906th day, these are the main developments.

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Family, including six children, among 23 killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza

As deadly attacks continue, UNRWA warns the so-called Gaza 'humanitarian zone' has shrunk to just 11% of the Strip.

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Nigeria police working to secure release of 20 kidnapped medical students

Nigerian Medical Association says students from universities of Jos and Maiduguri were taken while travelling in Benue.

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Lemon trees, safety, hope: Memories of my Gaza home before war came

More than 10 months after Nour, 21, and her family fled their Gaza City house, she reflects on home, then and now.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 904

As the war enters its 904th day, these are the main developments.

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Chelsea vs Manchester City: English Premier League match preview

Manchester City open their Premier League title defence against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.

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‘A unique relationship:’ How Kamala Harris courts the progressive left

Despite pledges to lead a 'people-first presidency', Harris has faced criticism from the far-left wing of the Democrats.

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In troubled Taiwan China waters, a swimming race provides rare hope

Swimmers hope their friendly rivalry can be an example for cooperation across the troubled Taiwan Strait.

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Is Thailand on the path to fresh political turmoil?

Constitutional Court removes the prime minister and dissolves opposition party.

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Compensation arrives 7 years after siege that left Marawi a ‘dead city’

Hundreds were killed after the once bustling town in the southern Philippines was occupied by hardline fighters in 2017.

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M&M maker Mars to buy Cheez-It maker Kellanova in sector’s biggest deal

Kellanova was carved out of Kellogg and sells Pringles and Rice Krispies Treats.

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What is mpox and why has WHO declared it a global health emergency?

The WHO has issued its highest level of alert for the viral disease as it spreads rapidly in Africa.

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Israel critic, ‘Squad’ member Ilhan Omar wins Minnesota Democratic primary

Omar defeated former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels in primary for Minnesota's 5th congressional district.

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Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida says he will step down in September

Kishida will not seek re-election as the leader of the ruling LDP in party elections next month.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 901

As the war enters its 901st day, these are the main developments.

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US clears $20bn in arms sales for Israel as atrocities continue in Gaza

More weapons sale approved as Israel bombs Gaza and prepares for anticipated retaliatory strikes by Iran and Hezbollah.

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Stern: The Man, the Gang and the State

Avraham Stern, leader of a Zionist armed group that fought the British in Palestine, aimed to create a Jewish state.

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Trump returns to X with two-hour Elon Musk chat hit by technical glitch

Trump had not posted on the platform since 2023, when he shared a mugshot taken after his surrender to a Georgia jail.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 900

As the war enters its 900th day, these are the main developments.

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US orders submarine to Middle East, carrier strike group to sail faster

The move comes amid concerns of Iran's response following the killings of senior Hamas and Hezbollah leaders.

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